From their uniquely hysterical perspective, Timon and his windy pal Pumbaa - the greatest unsung heroes of the Savanna - reveal where they came from, how they helped Simba save the Serengeti, and what really happened behind the scenes of The Lion King's biggest. As he approaches adulthood, however, he is visited by the spirit of his father, who instructs him to defeat the nefarious Scar and reclaim his rightful throne. Genre: Action-Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family. In exile, the young lion befriends the comically bumbling pair of Pumbaa the warthog (voiced by Ernie Sabella) and Timon the meerkat (voiced by Nathan Lane), he and lives a carefree jungle life. The cub's happy childhood turns tragic when his evil uncle, Scar (voiced by Jeremy Irons), murders Mufasa and drives Simba away from the kingdom. Simba (voiced first by Jonathan Taylor Thomas, then by Matthew Broderick) begins life as an honored prince, the son of the powerful King Mufasa (voiced by James Earl Jones). One of the most popular Disney animated musicals, THE LION KING presents the story of a lion cub's journey to adulthood and acceptance of his royal destiny. THE LION KING deals with real issues.A learning experience as well as an entertainment.
This latest Disney animated feature once again delivers what its audience wants., Chicago Sun-Times. nobly high visual and moral standards." - 3 1/2 out of 4 stars.", Rolling Stone - A hugely entertaining blend of music, fun and eye-popping thrills, though it doesn't lack for heart., Los Angeles Times. As visually enchanting as its pedigree suggests.Anthropomorphic genius., Premiere - ".Disney dazzle." - Recommended, USA Today - ".A majestic outdoor spectacle. rapturous piece of storybook mythmaking." - Rating: A-, New York Daily News - Pure, eye-popping pleasure., Hollywood Reporter - A crown jewel of modern Disney animation., Daily Express - The 3D technology adds some eye-popping moments but the best thing about this reissue is the chance for a new generation to see a modern classic on a cinema screen., New York Times. And see the colours, too., Entertainment Weekly - ".